© NOONANS
© NOONANS
Medal - George III Battle of Camperdown; J.G. Hancock, gilt
1797 year| Gilding metal plated bronze | - | 48 mm |
| Location | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Commemorative medals › Military medals |
| Year | 1797 |
| Composition | Gilding metal plated bronze |
| Diameter | 48 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#406342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A seaman nailing the Royal Standard to a ship's top gallant mast
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OCTOBER 11 1797 WITH 24 SHIPS & 1198 GUNS DEFEATED THE DUTCH FLEET OF 26 SHIPS & 1259 GUNS 9 SHIPS & 592 GUNS TAKEN
HEROIC COURAGE PROTECTS THE BRITISH FLAG
Engraver: John Gregory Hancock
